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COLLEGE GREEN IN 1950 As Bristols new Council House was nearing completion in
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COLLEGE GREEN IN 1950 As Bristols new Council House was nearing completion in
COLLEGE GREEN IN 1950 As Bristols new Council House was nearing completion in the late 1940s it was decided that the public view of the building would be vastly improved by lowering College Green by a few feel, removing the replica High Cross and cutting down the mature trees that surrounded it. With its long history destroyed, and all intimacy lost, the Green would never be the same again
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Bristol Post
Mirrorpix
Bristol
Avon
England
Media ID 21761288
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Bristol Employment Fifties Historical Industry And Work Not Personality South West Lumberjack
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Preserving the Past - College Green in 1950
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. This print takes us back to a defining moment in Bristol's history, capturing the transformation of College Green as the city's new Council House neared completion. In the late 1940s, an ambitious decision was made to enhance public views of this iconic building by lowering College Green and making significant changes to its surroundings. As we gaze upon this image, we can't help but feel a sense of loss for what once was. The replica High Cross that stood proudly for centuries has been removed, and the majestic trees that embraced the green have been felled. With their demise came not only physical change but also an irreplaceable loss of historical significance and intimacy. The impact on College Green is undeniable; it will never be quite the same again. Yet, through this photograph, we are reminded of our duty to remember and honor our past. It serves as a poignant reminder that progress should not come at the expense of heritage. In this snapshot from Bristol's vibrant past, we witness more than just architectural alterations; we glimpse into an era defined by industry and hard work. A lone lumberjack stands amidst remnants of fallen trees—a symbol both literal and metaphorical—representing how progress often demands sacrifice. Memory Lane Prints presents us with a visual time capsule—an opportunity to reflect on our collective responsibility towards preserving history while embracing necessary change for future generations.
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